🔍

New Moonta

QLD 4671 • Queensland

78
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
78.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalQuiet

About New Moonta

New Moonta is a small rural locality in the Bundaberg Region of Queensland, situated approximately 80 kilometres north-west of Bundaberg city within the Bundaberg Regional Council area. The locality covers around 78 square kilometres of agricultural land and is part of Queensland’s Wide Bay–Burnett region. With a 2021 Census population of 78 residents, New Moonta is a sparsely populated farming community with a median household income reflecting modest rural conditions. The locality has a long history, originally settled in the late 19th century and served by the now-closed Mount Perry railway line via Ellimatta station.

The surrounding landscape is characterised by broad rural properties engaged in grazing and mixed farming, a land use pattern that has defined the locality since European settlement. A provisional school operated at New Moonta from 1904 until 1926, reflecting the community that once thrived here during the mining and timber era. Today, residents travel to Gayndah or Bundaberg for schools, shopping, and services, with no local retail or commercial facilities remaining. New Moonta appeals to those seeking quiet, affordable rural acreage with road access to the broader Bundaberg region.

New Moonta falls under postcode 4671 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4671
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.08°, 151.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
78.42 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all trips N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
370 km
By Train
No direct service; would require drive to Bundaberg then Queensland Rail to Brisbane (approx. 4.5 hours)
By Car (Peak)
4.5-5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
4-4.5 hours

🛣️ Access via local roads to Gayndah or Mundubbera, then to the Bruce Highway; a car is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A fully car-dependent rural locality with no local shops, services, or footpaths

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
78
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is New Moonta known for? +

New Moonta is a quiet rural locality in Queensland’s Wide Bay–Burnett region with a history tied to the Mount Perry railway line and early mining activity in the late 1800s. Today it is primarily a grazing and farming area.

How far is New Moonta from Bundaberg? +

New Moonta is approximately 80 kilometres north-west of Bundaberg city, roughly a 55 to 70 minute drive via local rural roads.

Does New Moonta have public transport? +

New Moonta has no public bus or rail services. Residents depend entirely on private vehicles; the nearest Queensland Rail station is at Bundaberg, some 80 km away.

What is the population of New Moonta? +

According to the 2021 Census, New Moonta had a population of 78 residents, reflecting its character as a very small and sparsely settled rural locality.

Is New Moonta a good place to live? +

New Moonta suits those seeking a remote, peaceful rural lifestyle with affordable acreage in Queensland’s Wide Bay–Burnett region. Essential services and schools require a drive to Gayndah or Bundaberg.

What is the postcode for New Moonta? +

The postcode for New Moonta, QLD is 4671.